Buy black-eyed susan Rudbeckia fulgida 'Little Goldstar (PBR)'

Rudbeckia fulgida 'Little Goldstar' (PBR)

black-eyed susan

This compact black-eyed Susan will put on a particularly abundant display of flowers from midsummer. The yellow daisy-like flowers look luminous sitting on top of stout branching stems, which rise above the bushy mounds of lush green foliage. Standing just knee high, Rudbeckia fulgida 'Little Goldstar' is ideal for pots and containers, as well as prolonging the seasonal interest towards the front of the mixed or herbaceous border.

How to care for Rudbeckia fulgida Little Goldstar (PBR):

Rudbeckia thrive in full sun and well-drained soils, avoiding waterlogged conditions in winter. Improve heavy or clay-based soils by incorporating generous amounts of compost or other organic matter prior to planting.

Protect young growth from slugs and snails, as they can quickly decimate tender new foliage. Once established, Rudbeckia are generally low-maintenance, but benefit from occasional division, in late autumn or early spring, to rejuvenate congested clumps.

As the flowers emerge, provide support by installing ring stakes or placing brushwood around the base of the plants. This helps to prevent flopping, especially for taller varieties or those in more exposed gardens.

Flowering period:

Eventual height:

0.5m

Eventual spread:

0.4m

Position:

Full sun

Rate of growth:

Fast-growing

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.